Several weeks ago I watched an episode of Got Talent (not sure if it was America's, Britain's, or another country) presentation on YouTube. As I watched, a young man with quirky mannerisms walked onto the stage. While introducing himself, the audience and the judges seemed to discount him. After asking him what he was going to do the young man said, "sing". As the young man … [Read more...]
Fulfilling Dreams after Brain Injury
Before our brain injuries, dreams for the future may have seemed bright. Following our brain injuries, those dreams may now seem out of reach. What once seemed attainable, may no longer appear to be realistic. Through my recovery process I discovered that although life may have changed forever, I do not have to give up on my dreams. Although the way in which I once followed my bliss has changed, I do not have to give up on my bliss.
“Insist on yourself, never imitate. Your own gift, you can present with the cumulative force of a whole life’s cultivation, but of the adopted talent you only have a half-possession…Do that which is assigned to you, and you can not hope too much or dare too much.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
What I discovered gave me hope. What I discovered helped me to realize that I could follow my passion in a different way. In a way that would give me the ability to pursue and achieve my passion. My passion to encourage people to not give up on their dreams. In a way that would give me a medium to use my gifts, talents and abilities. In a way that would work for me. In a way that would be received by the people who wanted what I had to bring to the table.
“Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.” Steve Jobs
The articles in this category are written to encourage you to follow your dreams. To follow your dreams in ways that work for you, for the people who want what you have to bring to the table. To the table of life. So, be encouraged and don't give up. You will find a way to use your gifts, talents and abilities. Your limitations do not have to limit you. You can find a way that will work for you. You can create with your life and change your world. Only believe and put action behind your belief.
My Right Shoulder Impingement Syndrome and the Use of Neuroplasticity
In August 2019, I started to have problems with my right shoulder related to my right rotator cuff. After meeting and being examined by my physical therapist he told me that I was experiencing right shoulder impingement syndrome. Improvement with my Right Shoulder Over the past 4 months (after meeting with him for 3 sessions and doing the exercises he gave me) my right … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Your Fear, Anger, and Guilt Stop You from Living Your Dreams Video Presentation
Several days ago I wrote and published this article: Don’t Let Your Fear, Anger, and Guilt Stop You from Living Your Dreams. Today, I am creating a video presentation of the article to share the information with individuals who learn through watching and listening. To watch and listen to the presentation, click on the start button below. As you watch and listen to the … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Your Fear, Anger, and Guilt Stop You from Living Your Dreams
To listen to and watch a video presentation of the article, click on this link: Don’t Let Your Fear, Anger, and Guilt Stop You from Living Your Dreams Video Presentation Fear, anger and guilt no longer have to stop me. Fear, anger, and guilt no longer have to intimidate me. Instead, I can examine how my fear, anger, and guilt impact what I think about myself and my … [Read more...]
Resentment, Forgiveness, Letting Go and Singing Our Song
Yesterday, I attended a support group meeting, where the topic of resentment and forgiveness was shared by one member of the group. When the topic was tabled for discussion my initial thought was "letting go". As the discussion moved around the circle, as people shared, I thought about something that I experienced on the way to attending another support group meeting the … [Read more...]
